From staff reports
The USC Beaufort Center for the Arts is presenting for one night only an Olivia Newton-John tribute: “Always Olivia,” at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 12.
“Always Olivia” is a tribute to one of the most celebrated and beloved pop culture icons of all time, the late Olivia Newton-John, who sold more than 100 million records worldwide, had 10 No. 1 hits, earned four Grammys, numerous music awards, and starred as Sandy with John Travolta in Grease – a role which catapulted her to superstardom.
“Always Olivia” authentically captures the essence and sounds of Olivia’s timeless music. The show stars Annie Aiello, a celebrated singer who has studied and has been captivated by Newton-John ever since Annie was 7 years old. This show, with its all-star band of musicians, lovingly incorporates five decades of Olivia’s music, dialogue about the star’s history, humor, audience participation, costume changes and video projection with stimulating visuals.
Expect to hear Olivia’s oh-so-memorable hits spanning the 70’s to the present-day, including: “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” “You’re The One That I Want,” “Physical,” “Magic,” “Xanadu,” “If You Love Me (Let Me Know),” “Let Me Be There,” “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Grace & Gratitude” and so much more – performed to a live band!
In a nod to Olivia Newton-John’s openness about her breast cancer journey, show sponsor Beaufort Memorial Hospital will have members of the Beaufort Memorial breast imaging team onsite before and after the show to provide information, resources and the ability for attendees to schedule their screening mammograms. Breast cancer survivor and Dataw resident Marj Shymske will also share with the audience a little about her personal journey to survivorship and how individuals can support local options for breast cancer care.
Tickets are on sale now at USCBCenterForTheArts.com. Adult prices are $48, Seniors/Military are $45, and Student/Child tickets are $30. Call the box office at 843-521-4145 for more information or ask about group discounts.
Want to Go?
What: “Always Oliva: An Oliva Newton-John Tribute”
When: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 12
Where: USC Beaufort Center For The Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort
Tickets: Adults $48, Seniors/Military $45, Student/Child $30. Go to our website, USCBCenterForTheArts.com.
Opening Reception: 6 to 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 11
